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23%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
5%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
26%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleLong View/100k peopleNorth Carolina/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime147n/a (estimate)2,8552,4692,324
Murder1n/a19.48.16.3
Rape4n/a77.730.540.0
Robbery6n/a116.654.966.1
Assault9n/a174.8311.6268.2
Violent crime20n/a (estimate)389405370
Burglary21n/a407.9370.8269.8
Theft79n/a1,534.61,494.01,401.9
Vehicle theft27n/a524.5199.3282.7
Property crime127n/a (estimate)2,4672,0641,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Long View, NC

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Long View is 22.9% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 20 violent crimes reported in Long View, equivalent to 389 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 5.1%. Additionally, Long View recorded 127 property crimes, amounting to 2467 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 26.2%.

The violent crime rate in Long View closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 389 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights Long View as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Long View ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Long View, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 19 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and Long View is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, Long View reported a total of 27 vehicle thefts, resulting in 524 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This places the city in the lowest 10% tier among all cities, indicating that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The probability of a vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 191, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

Is Long View a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Long View is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Long View has a total crime rate that is 23% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.4 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.35 daily property crimes) in Long View.

Has Crime in Long View Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Long View has decreased by 2% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Long View is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 185.7%, while property crime has decreased by 11.2%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Long View.

Potential Causes for Crime in Long View

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Long View currently has an unemployment rate of 5.8%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

In Long View, the cost of living is 13.31% lower than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

Long View has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 3.05 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

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The Long View crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Long View as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Long View crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Long View crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Long View crime rates are 23% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Long View are 5% higher than the national average
      • In Long View you have a 1 in 36 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Long View is safer than 23% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Long View has decreased by 6%

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        Daily Crime In Long View (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Long View for every 100,000 residents. The Long View total amount of daily crime is 1.16 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.23 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Long View, is 1.04 times less than the North Carolina average, and it is 1.05 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Long View has a daily crime average that is 1.20 times more than the North Carolina average and 1.26 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Long View (higher is better)

        How safe is Long View, North Carolina compared to other cities in North Carolina and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Long View is safer than 41% of the cities in North Carolina and 23% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in North Carolina and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Long View. Overall, Long View is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Long View

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Long View is 1 in 258
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Long View is 1 in 41
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Long View is 1 in 36
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Long View, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 258. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 41 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Long View is 1 in 36.

        Year Over Year Crime In Long View (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Long View is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Long View has increased by 176% and the rate of property crime in Long View has decreased by 14%. The total crime rate in Long View has decreased by 6% year to year.

        Long View police department

        Item Long View North Carolina National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1514,511558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.14.83.3
        There are a total of 15 Long View police officers. This results in 3.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 36.1% less than the North Carolina average and 6.1% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in North Carolina

        State Total offenders North Carolina /100K National /100K
        North Carolina26,293320266
        There are a total of 26,293 sex offenders in North Carolina. This yields a total of 320 sex offenders in North Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 20% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Drexel, NC1,7250114114
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        Rutherford College, NC1,104160815975
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        Hildebran, NC1,6521991,0121,211
        Long View, NC4,8983892,4672,855

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        Long View, NC4,8983892,4672,855
        Source: The Long View, NC crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.